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Indo-Bangla taka-rupee dual currency card to be launched in September

Jul 12, 2023, at 12:14 am

Dhaka: Bangladesh Bank governor Abdur Rauf Talukder on Tuesday said the central bank will launch a dual currency card of Bangladeshi Taka and Indian Rupee from September.

Tata Group moving closer towards becoming first Indian iPhone maker: Reports

Jul 11, 2023, at 11:51 pm

India's largest conglomerate Tata Group is inching closer to an agreement to acquire an Apple Inc supplier's factory in August, media reports said.

World Bank grants $46 million to Manipur for digital skills development and government transformation

Jul 11, 2023, at 06:21 am

Manipur is set to receive significant financial aid from the World Bank to bolster digital skills and establish a robust foundation for digital government initiatives.

Utkarsh Small Finance Bank’s Initial Public Offering to open on July 12, 2022, sets price band at Rs 23 to Rs 25 per Equity Share

Jul 10, 2023, at 10:16 pm

Mumbai:Varanasi-based Utkarsh Small Finance Bank Limited ("Bank”) proposes to open its initial public offering comprising a fresh issue of such number of Equity Shares aggregating up to ₹5,000 million (“Issue”) on Wednesday, July 12, 2023.

Mahindra Manulife Mutual Fund introduces ‘Power SIP Facility’

Jul 10, 2023, at 09:56 pm

Mumbai: Mahindra Manulife Investment Management Private Limited announced the launch of a new facility called ‘Power SIP’, under the scheme(s) of Mahindra Manulife Mutual Fund. This facility combines the features and benefits of Systematic Investment Plan (SIP) and Systematic Withdrawal Plan (SWP), enabling the investors to t reap the maximum benefits of power of compounding (SIP) in the form of a steady flow of income (SWP).

L&T and Navantia sign a Teaming Agreement for Project 75 (India) submarine program

Jul 10, 2023, at 09:54 pm

Mumbai: Larsen & Toubro and Navantia, Spain signed a Teaming Agreement (TA) today for the purpose of submission of a techno-commercial bid for the Indian Navy’s prestigious P75 (India) submarine program.

Sensex recovers by over 200 points

Jul 10, 2023, at 04:34 pm

Mumbai/UNI: The BSE Sensex on Monday bounced back by 242.72 pts to 65,523.17 in the opening session as fresh buying was seen in Energy, banking, and FMCG stocks.

World Bank commits $100 million to support Sikkim's rural economies, improving women and youth status

Jul 10, 2023, at 05:05 am

The World Bank has announced its commitment to support the state of Sikkim, bolstering the Government of India's development initiatives in the northeast region. The upcoming project, titled the Integrated Service Provision and Innovation for Rural Economies Program, is set to receive financial backing next year.

Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal to visit UK to further FTA negotiations

Jul 09, 2023, at 09:56 pm

New Delhi: Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal will visit the UK from 10th to11th July to focus on the ongoing India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA) negotiations and meet the ministers from the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) member countries to discuss the progress of the Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) with EFTA.

Products under One District One Product programme onboarded and tagged on Groyyo’s e-commerce platform

Jul 09, 2023, at 07:29 pm

New Delhi: One District One Product (ODOP) identified products will be listed on the e-commerce platform, Groyyo, under several categories such as home textiles, home décor etc.

Application process for One District One Product awards to remain open till July 31

Jul 09, 2023, at 06:16 pm

New Delhi: The application process for One District One Product (ODOP) awards, which commenced on June 25, 2023, will remain open till July 31, 2023, the Ministry of Commerce & Industry said on Saturday.

India's toy exports rose 240% in the period from 2014 to 2023, imports dipped 52%: DPIIT

Jul 09, 2023, at 05:23 pm

New Delhi: India’s toy sector has made an impressive transformation with exports rising by a staggering 240% in the period from 2014 to 2023, coupled with a significant 52% reduction in toy imports into the country during the same period, according to DPIIT Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh.

Green hydrogen can transform India from energy importer to energy provider and exporter: Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri

Jul 08, 2023, at 06:38 am

New Delhi: Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas, Hardeep Singh Puri on Friday said emphasized that green hydrogen has the potential to transform India from an energy importer to an energy provider and exporter.

Bangladeshi banks to introduce India rupee transactions as foreign currency reserves fall: Report

Jul 08, 2023, at 05:39 am

New Delhi: Two Bangladeshi banks are set to introduce trade transactions using the Indian rupee as they aim to bolster forex reserves and reduce dependence on the US dollar, Bloomberg reported.

Tata Steel Foundation inks MoU with Jyotir Gamya, an initiative of Saksham and Assistech Lab of IIT Delhi to train visually impaired persons

Jul 08, 2023, at 04:42 am

Jamshedpur: Tata Steel Foundation inked an MoU with Jyotir Gamya (an initiative of Saksham and Assistech Lab of IIT Delhi) on Friday to implement a two-year-long project to identify and train persons with visual impairments on the use of assistive technology.

Reliance Retail valued $92-96 billion by consultants appointed by the firm: Report

Jul 08, 2023, at 04:24 am

Mumbai: Reliance Retail, a part of Mukesh Ambani’s Reliance Industries Ltd, has been valued at $92-96 billion by two global consultants appointed by the company, Reuters reported citing a source with direct knowledge of the matter.

Flipkart partners with Axis Bank to facilitate personal loans for customers

Jul 08, 2023, at 02:56 am

Bengaluru: E-commerce marketplace Flipkart has entered into a strategic partnership with private sector lender Axis Bank to facilitate personal loans for its valued customers, adding additional convenience and enhanced benefits to its 450 million customers.

Vedanta Ltd adds semiconductors and display glass ventures to its portfolio

Jul 08, 2023, at 02:02 am

New Delhi: Natural resources and technology conglomerate Vedanta Limited Friday announced the addition of semiconductors and display glass manufacturing ventures to its diversified portfolio.

Microsoft India president Anant Maheshwari resigns

Jul 08, 2023, at 01:29 am

New Delhi: Microsoft India president Anant Maheshwari has resigned from his position, media reports said.

Indian Market: Sensex down 505.19 pts

Jul 08, 2023, at 12:08 am

Mumbai: The BSE Sensex on Friday, the last session of the weak dropped 505.19 pts to settle at 65280.45 as selling was witnessed in BSE services, Utilities, FMCG and Power stocks amid weak Asian Market.

NTPC group installed capacity crosses 73000 MW

Jul 07, 2023, at 11:43 pm

New Delhi: India's leading integrated power producer, NTPC’s Group installed capacity touches 73024 MW.

Tips for a Smooth Home Loan Balance Transfer: Dos and Don'ts

Jul 07, 2023, at 11:04 pm

In the case of home loans, the rate of interest offered plays a crucial role in determining the affordability of the loan. High home loan interest rates can easily push one's EMIs into the unaffordable range and amplify the burden of loan repayment. 

HR tech firm Vantage Circle to expand workforce and venture into Latin America

Jul 07, 2023, at 08:59 pm

Guwahati/IBNS: HR technology firm Vantage Circle has announced plans to almost double its workforce to over 400 employees within the next 2-3 years.

Canara Bank has rolled out the Mahila Samman Savings Certificate, 2023 Scheme

Jul 07, 2023, at 04:35 pm

Kolkata: Canara Bank has successfully implemented the Mahila Samman Savings Certificate, 2023 scheme across India, which provides secured investment option by a women for herself or by the guardian on behalf of a minor girl.

Indian Market: Sensex down over 200 pts

Jul 07, 2023, at 04:30 pm

Mumbai: The BSE Sensex on Friday tumbled down 230 pts to open at 65,559.41 on profit booking.

After tomatoes, skyrocketing chilli and ginger prices drain consumers' pockets

Jul 07, 2023, at 02:20 am

New Delhi: A cause of heatwaves, heavy rainfall, and disruptions in the supply chain has led to soaring prices of various vegetables across the country, media reports said.

Rupee down 17 paise against USD

Jul 06, 2023, at 05:19 pm

Mumbai/UNI: Rupee on Thursday dropped 17 paise at 82.45 against the US Dollar in the opening session on brisk demand for US Dollar by bankers and importers, dealers at Foreign Exchange said.

Sensex declines 55 points

Jul 06, 2023, at 05:15 pm

Mumbai/UNI: The BSE Sensex on Thursday declined 55 pts to open at 65,391.88 as selling was seen in Financial services, IT, and Auto stocks.

RBI issues circular on issuance of debit card, credit card and prepaid cards

Jul 06, 2023, at 05:55 am

Mumbai: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) released a draft circular in connection with the issuance of debit, credit, and prepaid cards on Tuesday.

India in discussions to supply green hydrogen to European Union, Singapore: Report

Jul 06, 2023, at 05:01 am

New Delhi: India is in discussions regarding a potential agreement to supply over 11 million metric tons of green hydrogen annually to the European Union and Singapore, Reuters reported citing three government officials and one industry source.